2007-2008 Grace University Catalog
Bachelor of Science in Psychology
Program Director:
C. James Santoro, M.A., M.S. |
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Program Description
The psychology major is designed to introduce the student to the empirical study of human behavior.
Psychology is an academic discipline which applies the scientific method to the study of humans, their thinking, and behavior. There is a long tradition of theories and research investigation into these concerns. There is also an on-going tradition of examining this psychological knowledge base from a biblical perspective. This major provides the student an opportunity to study a wide variety of psychological topics from a Christian world view. Each student will learn the basic skills to allow them to access the professional literature and to understand the research process. Students will become skilled at being able to critically think and write about psychological topics.
The major is designed with considerable flexibility for the student. There are basic core classes required for each student, but they are then free to choose from a wide variety of classes to fulfill the requirements of the degree.
Objectives
The student who completes the psychology program should be able to:
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Demonstrate a general understanding of human beings, their strengths and problems and overall general functioning;
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Demonstrate the skills necessary to evaluate psychological knowledge in light of a Christian world view, and demonstrate an ability to apply that world view in several different areas;
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Demonstrate skills at accessing the vast body of psychological literature. They will demonstrate an ability to write papers in an APA format, formulate research questions, and generate, develop, and deliver research proposals;
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Fulfill the objectives of the Biblical Studies Division; and
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Fulfill the objectives of the General Studies Division.
Career Options
This degree will prepare the student for entry into most masters programs, such as the Masters of Counseling degree here at Grace University. This degree does not typically lead to professional employment since most careers in this field require graduate degrees. For those who do not choose to pursue graduate study, a career may develop in welfare work, business, church work, or any area where psychological/relational skills training is beneficial.
Special Concentration in Drug and Alcohol Counseling
A Drug and Alcohol Counseling Concentration is available to students who are interested in a career in this type of counseling. The State of Nebraska states that those individuals who have met the requirements for the counselor certification core education classes and meet the requirements for the supervised practical training may apply for a licensed provisional drug and alcohol counselor. Bachelor’s level training qualifies an individual for Drug and Alcohol Counseling, when the above requirements are met.
If a student is interested in this course of study, the following courses must be taken as part of the Psychology electives:
• PSY 211 Child Development
• PSY 212 Adult Development
• PSY 305 Multicultural Psychology (2 hours)
• PSY 401 Professional Ethics and Issues(1 hour)
• PSY 411 Theories of Psychology and Psychotherapy
• PSY 412 Group Dynamics
• PSY 473 Alcohol/Drug Assessment, Case Planning and Management
• PSY 475 Medical and Psychosocial Aspects of Alcohol/Drug Use, Abuse and Addiction
• PSY 477 Clinical Treatment Issues in Chemical Dependency (2 hours)
